Vandeputte Group


Expansion Financial policy facts and figures		Obviously, Vandeputte Group looks towards the future and its financial policy reflects this. That is why we make continuous investments to keep up with the evolutions within the market and meet the needs and desires of our customers. Examples include increased efforts regarding e-business, the further development of our own brands such as Artelli, Busters and Samurai, and finally, the refinement of our logistic platform.
		During 2007 the continued strategy of investment in product and market knowledge has proven to be successful. The growth rate has further increased and now stands at 8.7% per year. Sales on EU markets other than the home market represent a stable 40%. And the sales figures of our Belgian and French subsidiaries have excelled with a 10% growth. The company has thus strengthened its future market position. The consolidated Vandeputte Group turnover now stands at € 79.5 M.
		Some facts and figures to illustrate:
		Turnover by region (M EUR)

		EBIT